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"We have well over 120 confirmed key decision makers attending this milestone event," says managing director Simon Blackwood, "from all aspects of the industry - engineers, rental companies, consultants and systems techs - who have expressed interest in our latest class-leading festival and arena level concert sound technology."

Guests will have an opportunity to see how the PA rigs and sounds in a representative arena environment, as well as a close-up hands-on look at details of the system's components including the eleven-drive-unit line array, and DSP-based amplification pack

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From its base on Stand 8.0 F46 in Hall 8 of the Messe Frankfurt complex, TOA will showcase a new range of flat-panel loudspeakers - marking the first time the company has offered such low-thickness transducers and extending even further the possible applications for TOA's core technologies.

"Last year in Frankfurt we were the first manufacturer to show loudspeakers that were certified to the new pan-European EN54 standards for fire safety," says Brett Downing, sales & marketing director, TOA Europe. "This year we are extending our loudspeaker range by offering flat-panel designs for the first time - the product of years of extensiv

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"We welcome all existing and new clients onto our stand where we will be showing several new audio and lighting products from our MT Audio and LED Head ranges of products," the company says. These include a new 8-channel amplifier, new 1U mixers, zoners and a digital processor, along with battery-powered units and one of the first wash/profile LED moving heads in the one unit from the company's LED Head range.

MT Pro - Stand S-C7

(Claire Beeson)

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Also new from 4HM are two rack-mounted breakout boxes. The BOB/O-32 provides a means to break out two DB25 connectors to 16 AES/EBU pairs on 3 pin XLR connectors. The BOB/I-32 does the reverse and permits 16 AES/EBU pairs on 3 pin XLRs to be routed to two DB25 connectors.

MA64 is a compact and convenient 1U MADI converter designed specifically for broadcast and production applications. Accepting both optical and coaxial MADI, the MA64 simultaneously makes 32 pairs of balanced AES/EBU and unbalanced AES3-id available for interconnection to broadcast routers, audio consoles or any other AES equipped devices.

Comprehensive synchronisation options including word

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The IOCore features eight inputs that can be individually configured as digital or analogue input. Set as digital input, it allows for an easy connection with, for example, physical switches and sensors. When set to analogue, it supports 0-10V and 1-10V inputs; ideal for connecting to household dimmers.

The eight outputs on the IOCore are relay-switched and can handle 3 Amp. The digital outputs can be used to switch various other equipment like A/V devices, blinds or heavy-duty relays.

Additionally, the IOCore is fitted with a DMX-512 port that can be c

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ISE 2012 saw the first European showing of the new IconyxICR-MkII digitally steerable installation loudspeaker, with its innovative new triple tweeter design. "We now have a complete, equally spaced, array of high frequency devices extending the whole length of the array" comments Rik Kirby, VP sales and marketing. "This gives the new, fourth generation, column even better steering ability, reduced side lobes, and greater fidelity."

Equipped with RHAON (Renkus-Heinz Audio Operations Network) the ICR-II series is available in 8, 16, 24 and 32 driver formats, enabling sophisticated large-scale coverage of even the most imposing spaces. Typical applications will be cathedrals, airports, train stations and other large, acoustical

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Green Hippo will be showing new accessories for the Hippotizer range, now shipping, with breakout panels, a new Dual 3G HD/SDI input option and new FXs and Generators. Green Hippo - Stand S-E1 (with AC-ET)

(Claire Beeson)

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The stand will also feature many new products, including the LED Quad colour Q Color and Color Storm LED Battens along with the Xperior Platinum 5R Spot from iSolution. Many other new items from eLumen8 will be launched at PLASA Focus including fixtures specifically designed for theatre, stage and T.V.

Pro Light Concepts - Stand S-D12

(Claire Beeson)

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The updated audio and video monitor range features models in 1U and 2U versions with up to 16 ultra-reliable, high-resolution multi colour bargraphs. Each device auto-detects the signal sources with models available for all video 'flavours' up to and including 3G HD and options with a variety of Dolby decoding.

The BM-A2-E16SHD is a 2U audio monitor, capable of monitoring 3G/HD/SD video and multi-channel audio sources. This model provides a pair of auto-detecting 3G/HD/SD SDI inputs and accepts eight analogue audio inputs and eight AES-

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Martin will be highlighting the first members of the new MAC Viper family at Stand A93 in Hall 9. Also on display will be new moving heads in Martin's popular MAC III family, an all-new VC series of creative LED video solutions, new portable lighting controllers in the M-Series, and a new compact hazer in Martin's Jem family.

A number of social gatherings top the agenda as well. In celebration of the company's 25th anniversary year, an informal 'Meet and Greet' will be held each day at 16:00 at the Martin stand, while on 22 March at 18:30, there will be a special 'Martin Welcome Party' at the Agora Stage, an evening of live music and lively convers

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Following their success at PLASA 2011 by winning an Innovation Award, ELC Lighting's Green-GO digital show communications system designer Joost van Eenbergen and sales manager Silvio Cibien went on to win a second award at LDI in Orlando: the LDI 2011 'Best Debuting Product of the Year' award in the sound category.

Silvio Cibien said, "Although Green-GO can be considered an audio product, its main feature is that it uses any standard Ethernet lighting network, so it is really an extension of our comprehensive ELC networking product range that will be on show at Frankfurt."

Green-GO is a new style of intercom system that provides high qu

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Weighing in at 3.5kg, the Vector PC Wing, when used with the Vector software, will deliver "cutting edge performance, advanced functionality and enhanced programming, making it the perfect portable unit for corporate events, cruise ships, trade shows, clubs, theatre and more".

The Vector PC Wing features up to 200 active playbacks, a dedicated intensity push wheel, five dedicated parameter push wheels, illuminated trackball, Grand Master with illuminated blackout key, 10 Playback faders, full tracking backup, MIDI and MSC support, two or four DMX-512 inputs/outputs configurable by using C-Net Manager software, 1

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The V3R-FX-Intercom for RTS and X6R-FX-Intercom for RTS interfaces are a result of cooperation with the leading intercom manufacturer.

Based on Optocore's V3R-FX / X6R-FX1U series architecture the devices are equipped with standard RJ45 interfaces, which make cabling simple and cost-efficient. As a result of creating an intercom version based on these converters, the new intercom devices are also Line-In and Line-Out converters.

Said Optocore support engineer Maciek Janiszewski, "The difference between this and the Clear-Com interface is

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The SPEECH-100 with 50W of power turns any area of PA application into an auditorium all by itself. It can also be integrated into any existing surroundings, whenever a temporary or permanent talking point is required. The integrated amplifier and the speaker technology not only allow for voice transmissions, but can also be used for music reproductions such as dubbings, films or presentations. Simply plug-in a gooseneck microphone and/or connect a signal source, switch on and it's ready to use.

The SPEECH-200 is more powerful (100W), with more features and is easier to transport due to integrated castors. The column has two

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A 3m tri-colour SMD LED flexible tape with Pixel Control and a water resistant covering, each tape features 72 tri-colour (red, green, blue) LED pixels, spaced at 40mm (1.6") centres. You can cut and extend the tape every 100mm (4") to fit a wide variety of design applications.

The system can either be driven by the Flex Pixel Driver 1, a dedicated DMX driver for up to 144 pixels (two tapes) and up to 432 DMX channels of control or by using the Flex Pixel IR (FLE 755), Elation's infrared wireless receiver and remote driver, which offers stand-alone control and built in chase effects.

See Elation at PLASA Focus: Le

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The luminaires will be initially available in three varieties: Lustr+, Daylight and Tungsten, bringing brilliant colours, low heat and even more energy-saving efficiency to all types of buildings.

Just like ETC's Desire Lustr+, the Source Four LED Lustr+ offers a complete palette of colours, thanks to the Selador x7 Color System. Meanwhile, Source Four LED Tungsten and Daylight produce maximum brightness at the respective warm (3000K) and cool white (5600K) colour temperatures. Each offers the same projection-quality beam.

Also on show will be ETC's Sensor3 Power Control system, which addresses the changi

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The DS-8000 is an 8 input, 32 output self-contained audio distribution system with an auto switching power-supply, while the new MC2 S Series studio amplifiers - the S Series - are designed for use in the most demanding studio monitoring environments.

Also on show at PLASA Focus: Leeds will be the Blue Sky 5.1 Monitor Speakers, Aviom Digital Snakes, ASL Digital Intercom and a range of beyerdynamic headphones and headsets, all optimised for use in a broadcast environment. These will include the DT 100 and 200 broadcast headset range for on-air news and sports commentaries together with the DT 297 headset, offering excellent isolation from ambient noise, a single detachable cable and pivoting gooseneck microph

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High End Systems will be demonstrating the capabilities of automated and digital lighting for club systems with an interactive display and hands-on opportunities. Several products will be on display including the new trackspot Bolt which is the modern version of the popular trackspot fixture used in club environments for over 20 years. Utilising new technology, trackspot Bolt offers "many exciting features at a very reasonable price and with no lamps to change, ever, the savings continue for years to come".

Continuing the development of digital lighting, High End Systems will show the new DLV Digital Light. This addition to the largest digital lighting portfolio in the industry represents th

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Products from CITC FX include the Little Blizzard SP DMXSnow Machine, a whisper quiet, high quality and industry standard which can run continuously without overheating. It has a flake size adjustment paddle, two-speed motor, remote control and DMX on-board. Full digital volume control adds precision to DMX or remote control with 25' cord (7.62m). The round opening increases output 20%.

The CITC FX Super Shotmax Confetti Cannon has a virtually continuous output without CO2 or loud bangs.

CITC FX Bubble Max Auto Fill System is also featured. This new product in the bubble machine industry can continuously produce bubbles for days, w

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The CometFlame, a stadium effect launched in 2011 which produces flames up to 6m high. It fires for five seconds at a time and can be set to fire in high frequency or at preselected intervals. Furthermore, the flame can be set at five different firing angles - 45, 22, 0, 22 and 45 degrees - to create stunning effects. Six colour fluids are available: red, green, yellow, blue, purple and orange.

In addition there will be the MVS Hazer - Multi Venue System; G-Force 2 Smoke Machine; and the Chameleon, which fires spectacular quick flame balls and consistent straight flames, adjustable up to 4m, available in red or natural.

Full information on these products as well

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The ADP Series is the company's touring range and all the cabinets in this series are self-powered with integrated DSP. This powered family is versatile, has an impressive power to size ratio and is easy to use.

Every box comes with 13 presets which include a basic full-range preset, various crossovers with 80-90-100 Hz frequency cuts and a flat preset so that the user can adjust the parameters manually.

Ethernet capabilities are also available which allow the user to see the input level signal, fan speed and power module temperature.

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Eikos is a multi-layer mixer scaler seamless switcher offering up to 12 inputs including four fitted with SDI and two fitted with DVI-D. Eikos offers three operating modes: Multi-Layer Mixer, 12 by 2 Seamless Native Matrix and QuadraVision modes.

In Multi-Layer Mixer mode, Eikos can display up to six layers: Three Live Sources, one Frame and two Logos. Up to ytwo PIPs can be displayed on a live background, or three PIPs on a still background. Live layers can be customised by the user. New effects are also available and can be combined during transitions. Eikos offers a classic preview as well as a Still Mosaic Full Preview function.

Eikos also offers a 12x2 scaled native matrix with true seamless switching. In this mode, up to two PIPs can be

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Standard features of this unit include automatic water feed, digital temperature control, adjustable LN2 flow control, system status read back and selectable remote control voltages.

In addition to the Mammoth II, MTFX stocks a range of fog machines to "make the best of any event requiring an atmospheric effect".

(Jim Evans)

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The price restructuring is the result of the Music Group's streamlined distribution system and the massive US$ 20m investment in the brand through a modern manufacturing facility, which includes the latest surface mount technology, x-ray and optical inspection systems, and the increased purchasing efficiencies resulting from the tremendous success of the PRO2 console.

"We are on a relentless quest to remove unnecessary cost from our products wherever possible," states Paul Wright, VP global sales, the Music Group. "Our goal is to provide products at the cutting edge of technology at a price-point that our customers find extremely attractive. This aim is achieved withou